Embark on a classic Ephesus tour and discover the ancient Roman city, the magnificent Temple of Artemis, the House of Virgin Mary, and the stunning Isabey Mosque.
- Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - The House of Virgin Mary, is a place where according to the beliefs of many people Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her last years of her life. She was supposed to arrive at Ephesus together with St. John and lived there in the years 37-45 CE until her Assumption or Dormition.
- The Temple of Artemis - Temple of Artemis or Artemision, also know less pracisely as the Temple of Diana, was Greek Temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis. It was located in Ephesus and it was seven wonders of the world.
- Ancient City of Ephesus - Ephesus, was the second largest city in the Roman Empire over 250.000 people in the 1st BC. Ranking only behind Rome it was the second largest city in the world. Ephesus was also a harboour city. And, this giant city was built only with marbel. Did you know Ephesus had a largest amphitheater in the ancient world over 25.000 seats. Also see Goddess Nike, Local pharmacy, Hadrian Gate, Library of Celcius (the third largest library), Marbel Street and Harbour Street.
- Isa Bey Mosque - The Isabey Mosque, constructed in 1374
- 1375, is one of the oldest and most impressive works of architectural art remaining from the Anatolian Beyliks.
- Round-trip domestic flight between Istanbul and Izmir
- Travel with comfort in a fully air-conditioned vehicle
- Enjoy a delicious lunch included in the tour
- Travel worry-free with insurance coverage
- Expert insights from a professional licensed tour guide
- Drinks
- Personal Expenses
- Driver & Guide Tips – Gratitue
- Entrance Fees
Ephesus was the second largest city in the Roman Empire, with a population of over 250,000 people in the 1st century BC. It was second only to Rome and was also the second largest city in the world at that time. Ephesus was a harbor city, and this massive city was constructed entirely of marble. Did you know Ephesus had the largest amphitheater in the ancient world, with over 25,000 seats?
The Temple of Artemis, also known as the Temple of Diana, was a Greek temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis. Located in Ephesus, it was one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
The House of the Virgin Mary is believed by many to be the place where Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent the last years of her life.
The Isabey Mosque, built between 1374 and 1375, is one of the oldest and most impressive examples of architectural art from the Anatolian Beyliks. The mosque is situated on the outskirts of the Ayasuluk Hills in Selcuk, near Ephesus.
Stores to Visit:
- Carpet Village
- Leather Factory
- Isabey Mosque is under renovation until 2024 June
- Ephesus entrance fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- Virgin Mary’s House entrance fee is 500 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
